After Being Reported by a Committee, but Before Being Sent

question 48

Multiple Choice

After being reported by a committee, but before being sent to the House floor, bills are sent to which committee, which defines the conditions under which the bill is to be considered by the House?

• A) The Appropriations Committee
• B) The Joint Committee
• C) The Select Committee
• D) The Ways and Means Committee
• E) The Rules Committee

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Definitions:

Legislative Agencies

Governmental bodies responsible for making laws, procedures, and regulations at various levels of government.

Executive Agencies

Agencies of the executive branch of government responsible for enforcing laws and administering public policy.

Enabling Legislation

A statute that specifies the name, functions, and specific powers of an administrative agency and grants the agency broad powers for the purpose of serving the public interest, convenience, and necessity.

Administrative Agency

A governmental body with the authority to implement and administer particular legislation, including making regulations, issuing licenses, and enforcing laws.